Unsettling Resilience in a Time of Crisis The US Open Men's final preview on September 13, 2026, caught my attention amidst the usual mix of politics and sports.
What struck me was not the skill of the players or the competitiveness of the game, but rather the juxtaposition with the day's other news.
In recent years, crises have become increasingly common, and their shock value has diminished as a result.